KrižankeIn the Heart of Ljubljana
Križanke are the heart of cultural life in Ljubljana, where unique architecture meets outstanding art. In this special venue, combining Renaissance and Baroque elements, concerts, theatrical performances, and numerous other events of the Ljubljana Festival take place, offering visitors unforgettable experiences in a magical setting.
Ljubljana Festival events at Križanke venue
Anton Pavlovich Chekhov: 3 Sisters Remix
Ljubljana Festival gathered in the production of the TIVOLI Theatre has teamed up with the Ljubljana Festival. In a joint co-production, we will stage the play 3 Sisters Remix by Anton Pavlovich Chekhov in Križanke.
Jeremias Fliedl, cello and Piano Duo
Jeremias Fliedl, one of the leading Austrian cellists of the younger generation, and the award-winning piano duo Kalabova & Gugg captivate audiences with performances on prestigious European and international stages.
Slovenian PhilharmonicThe Stage of Classical Art
The Slovenian Philharmonic is the central Slovenian music institution with a rich tradition dating back to 1701, when the Academia Philharmonicorum was established, making it one of the oldest musical associations in Europe.
Ljubljana Festival events at the Slovenian Philharmonic
Night of Slovene Composers
The Night of Slovenian Composers showcases the newest Slovenian music in a vibrant evening of fresh sounds.
RTV SLO Symphony Orchestra, Steven Loy and Žiga Stanič
The closing concert of the 40th Slovenian Music Days, led by Steven Loy, will present a stylistically diverse evening of contemporary music featuring works by Žiga Stanič, Paul Clift, and Vinko Globokar.
National GalleryHome of Art and History
The National Gallery is the central Slovenian institution for older art, housing the largest collection of visual artworks on Slovenian territory, ranging from the High Middle Ages to the 20th century.
Ljubljana Festival events at the National Gallery
Gaetano Donizetti: L'elisir d'amore
Experience a lively and engaging concert performance of Donizetti’s The Elixir of Love, brought to life by young singers and conductors of the Pehlivanian Professional Opera Academy.
SNG Opera and Ballet LjubljanaA place of elegance
SNG Opera and Ballet Ljubljana is Slovenia’s central artistic institution with a long-standing tradition, dating back to 1892 when the Provincial Theatre Building was opened. Today, it serves as the home of opera and ballet and is one of the most important cultural venues in Slovenia.
Cankarjev domThe hub of culture and knowledge
Cankarjev dom, Slovenia’s central cultural and congress centre, was conceived as a national venue for art, science, and public dialogue.
Ljubljana Festival events at Cankarjev dom
Camille Saint-Saëns: Samson and Delilah
A concert performance of Camille Saint Saëns’ opera unfolds the powerful musical drama of passion, betrayal and fate, led by Charles Dutoit with the Orchestra of the Slovenian Philharmonic.
Gioachino Rossini: The Barber of Seville
The ensemble of Venice’s Teatro La Fenice visits Cankarjev dom with Rossini’s beloved comic opera The Barber of Seville.
Congress SquareA stage under the stars
Congress Square is one of the most important squares in Ljubljana, blending rich history, architectural heritage, and contemporary urban life.
Giacomo Puccini: Turandot
The 74th Ljubljana Festival opens with Puccini’s Turandot, performed by Opera and Ballet SNG Maribor with an outstanding cast.
Summer Night: Oto Pestner - 70 years
Experience a gala Summer Night on Kongresni trg, where leading Slovenian vocal soloists will honor Oto Pestner’s 70th birthday with his greatest hits.
Glej TheatreTheatre without borders
Founded in 1970, Glej Theatre is the oldest non-institutional theatre in Slovenia and one of the first experimental theatres in the former Yugoslavia.
